Freshkills Park Presents: The Shaolin Showdown

We’re thrilled to introduce an all-new, adrenaline-packed race experience coming to Staten Island — Freshkills Park Presents: The Shaolin Showdown on Sunday, April 26, 2026! This event brings together trail runners and mountain bikers for a one-of-a-kind challenge in one of New York’s most scenic natural spaces! 🔥 Why You’ll Love The Shaolin Showdown Scenic course at Freshkills Park — a beautiful, rugged park space on Staten Island.Multiple ways to compete:• 5-Mile Run — perfect for runners looking for distance and dirt trails.• Duathlon (Run + Mountain Bike Loop) — test your endurance and bike skills.• Mountain Bike Races — choose from multiple distances for all skill levels.Unique combined timing competition where run + bike performance counts toward special prizes.🎯 Early Bird Pricing Is Happening Now!Sign up before March 1 at 11:59 PM EST to lock in the lowest rates for the 5-Mile Run and other race categories.   Whether you’re chasing a personal best, compe